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reverence vs respect

respect vs reverence

reverence and respect both are nouns.

reverence and respect both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reverence Yes No Yes No
respect Yes No Yes No
As verbs, respect is a hypernym of reverence; that is, respect is a word with a broader meaning than reverence:
  • reverence: regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
  • respect: regard highly; think much of
Other hypernyms of reverence include esteem, prise, prize, value.
reverence (noun) respect (noun)
an act showing respect (especially a bow or curtsy) behavior intended to please your parents
a reverent mental attitude a courteous expression (by word or deed) of esteem or regard
a feeling of profound respect for someone or something courteous regard for people's feelings
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
an attitude of admiration or esteem
a feeling of friendship and esteem
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
reverence (verb) respect (verb)
regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of regard highly; think much of
show respect towards
Difference between reverence and respect

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